Films and TV shows that feel like Covet by Basement

A rush of restless yearning that flips between bruised melancholy and hopeful catharsis.

1. The Perks of Being a Wallflower (2012): Captures the same teen‑year angst and hopeful yearning, with a soundtrack steeped in 90s‑early‑00s indie/emo vibes.
2. The Virgin Suicides (2000): Dreamy, melancholic atmosphere and a yearning for escape echo the song’s bittersweet intensity.
3. Submarine (2011): A quirky coming‑of‑age story set to a lo‑fi, emotionally raw soundtrack that matches Basement’s introspection.
4. Skins (2007): British series that dives into youthful rebellion, emotional turmoil, and the raw energy of the scene.
5. Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind (2004): Explores memory, longing, and the painful beauty of love—mirroring the song’s lyrical conflict.
6. Adventureland (2009): A nostalgic summer of self‑discovery with an indie‑rock soundtrack that feels like a real‑life emo mixtape.
7. My So-Called Life (1994): The series’ moody 90s teen vibe and focus on internal struggle align perfectly with Basement’s emotional thrust.
8. The Spectacular Now (2013): A modern take on youthful longing and the push‑pull between reckless freedom and deeper yearning.